[2025 Nong Wua So Attraction] Travel Guide for Wat Khao Chong Chat (Updated Apr)

Udon Thani 2 days 1 night is enough Udon Thani is another very prosperous province in the northern Isan region. This place is full of beautiful lifestyles, cultures, and nature. Today, I would like to take everyone to travel around Udon Thani from another perspective, traveling from the north to the south. Because I believe that there are still many people who want to visit Udon but do not know where to go. Especially during the rainy season, I would like to take you to visit Udon in the Green Season. Today, I have a weekend travel plan for you. I guarantee that you will not be disappointed. It is a little bit of a drive, but it is very worthwhile. Places to visit - Wat Khao Chong Chat - Wat Phu Thao Thong - Wat Pa Kham Chanod - Wat Pa Phu Kon - Ban Khiri Wongkot - Huai Tad Kha - Ang Nam Phan - Somtam Jae Kai #UdonThani

Location: Ban Nong Bua Ngern, Moo 8, Ubmoung Subdistrict, Nong Wua So District, Udon Thani Province. The temple was established in 1977 as a monastic residence. The current abbot is Phra Ajarn Boonmee Thananacharo. The temple is notable for its large white Buddha statue in a meditation posture, with a flame-like feature on its head. Locals often refer to it as Luang Pu Yai. The staircase leading up to the temple has over a hundred steps, with golden Naga railings.

Wat Chao Chong Chat, Udon Thani Province There is a large white Buddha statue in meditation posture, with a flame-like head, an artistic image that conveys the light of wisdom, beautifully and elegantly standing out from afar. The locals like to call it Luang Pu Yai. Inside the lotus base of Luang Pu Yai is the image of Phra Sri Ariya Maitreya in a royal costume bestowing blessings, or Phra Phuttha Maha Chakraphat Setthi. All sects of Buddhism say that he is the fifth Buddha after the end of the era of the current Buddha. 📍 Tambon Ubon Mung, Amphoe Nong Wua So, Udon Thani Province #Songkran2024TravelPlaces #WatKhaoChongChat

If you come to Nong Bua Lamphu, don't forget to stop by to pay respect to the Big Buddha. The view is very beautiful, the mountains are cool and shady.